SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03
Key Takeaway
SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Max Discharge | 10,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20885 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PAYNE CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03?
SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03?
SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 is owned by PAYNE CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 built?
SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03?
SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03?
SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 has a dam height of 41 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 last inspected?
SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-03 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.